Publications by authors named "W T Frazier"
Use the new eGFR equation (estimated glomerular filtration rate equation that incorporates both serum creatinine and serum cystatin C levels) to estimate the GFR for both Black and non-Black individuals because the equation has improved accuracy, minimizes differences in eGFR between race groups, and more accurately reflects chronic kidney disease (CKD) prognosis while eliminating the use of race in GFR estimating equations.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHTLV-1-associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP) is a chronic, progressive neurological disorder and shares many radiological and clinical features with other more prevalent myelopathies. Here, we quantified spinal cord and brain volumes in adults with HAM/TSP in comparison with healthy volunteers (HVs) and individuals diagnosed with relapsing-remitting or progressive multiple sclerosis (RRMS or P-MS). Clinical disability and MRI were assessed in 24 HVs, 43 HAM/TSP subjects, and 46 MS subjects.
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- In spring 2018, infrasound sensor arrays in the southeastern US were used to analyze data during a storm front that caused multiple tornado touchdowns, with intensities ranging from EF-0 to EF-2.
- The sensors managed to accurately determine the locations of the tornadoes, detecting signals from over 100 km away, as well as earlier weaker signals from a convective storm cell that didn't produce tornadoes.
- The analysis revealed that the main infrasound signals from the tornadoes fell within a frequency range of 2 to 6 Hz, with atmospheric conditions impacting signal detection and requiring advanced signal processing methods to distinguish between multiple storm sources.
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- Conjunctivitis can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or allergies, and is very common, especially in primary care settings; there’s no clear way to tell viral from bacterial types just by symptoms.
- Supportive treatments for viral and allergic conjunctivitis include artificial tears, cold compresses, and antihistamine eye drops, while strict hygiene practices are crucial to prevent spreading the infection.
- Bacterial conjunctivitis is more frequent in children with distinct symptoms, and while immediate antibiotic prescribing can help, opting for delayed prescriptions can offer similar relief; patients with severe symptoms may need to see a specialist.